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RFK Jr sparks alarm after backing vitamins to treat measles amid outbreak

Health experts wary as US health secretary fails to endorse effective vaccines and instead calls them a ‘personal choice’

The Guardian - US

Texas measles outbreak fueled by distrust in public health and personal choice

Measles has sickened nearly 150 mostly unvaccinated people in rural West Texas, and a school-age child has died

The Independent UK

West Texans, Mennonites at center of measles outbreak choose medical freedom over vaccine mandates

In rural West Texas, measles has sickened nearly 150 people, most of them unvaccinated. A school-age child has died. The virus is spreading among Gaines County’s Mennonite community, where government mandates are not trusted.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas officials still don’t know how West Texas measles outbreak started

Texas’ health commissioner fielded questions from state lawmakers about the outbreak and vaccine risks.

The Texas Tribune

HHS spokesperson quits after reportedly clashing with RFK Jr over ‘muted’ measles response

Thomas Corry, who served as the department’s assistant secretary of public affairs for roughly two weeks, announced his resignation on LinkedIn

The Independent UK

Texas Republican Aims to Rename 'New York Strip' Steak to 'Texas Strip' While Remaining Quiet on Measles Outbreak

Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, a Republican, took to social media to announce legislation renaming a cut of beef from the New York Strip to the "Texas Strip", whilst having said nothing about the measles outbreak the state is currently battling.

Latin Times

US health official quits after reported clashes with RFK Jr over measles

Tom Corry, a top spokesperson at the health and human services department, abruptly resigned on Friday

The Guardian - US

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Top HHS Spokesperson Resigns Amid Internal Conflicts

Thomas Corry, a top HHS spokesperson, resigns amid conflicts over measles outbreak communication.

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Top HHS Spokesperson Quit Due to RFK Jr's 'Muted Response' to Measles Outbreak Days Before Kennedy's Op-Ed: Report

A top HHS spokesperson quit over newly minted Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s response to the measles outbreak in Texas.

Latin Times

Texas Republican suggests renaming ‘New York strip’ to ‘Texas strip’ – as measles outbreak rages

Texas produces the largest amount of beef in the United States

The Independent UK

RFK Jr. Says He's 'Deeply Concerned' About Measles Outbreak Days After Claiming It's 'Not Unusual' as He Seemingly Reverses Anti-Vax Narrative

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reversed his stance on the Texas measles outbreak, voicing concern and supporting vaccination efforts.

Latin Times

Notorious vaccine skeptic RFK Jr finally urges people to get measles jab after deadly outbreak

‘Vaccines not only protect individual children from measles, but also contribute to community immunity,’ the Health and Human Services secretary says

The Independent UK

Texas Republican focuses on rebrand of ‘New York strip’ steak to ‘Texas strip’ amid outbreak

As state grapples with worst measles outbreak in decades, Patrick homes in on resolution to ‘better market Texas beef’

The Guardian - US

Measles Outbreak In Texas Prompts Vaccine Discussion Among Parents

Learn about the recent measles outbreak in Texas, highlighting the importance of MMR vaccination and public health measures.

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RFK Jr, noted vaccine sceptic, backs measles jab amid deadly US outbreak

US health secretary says he is ‘deeply concerned’ about outbreak in Texas.

The Guardian - US

Kennedy Jr backtracks and says US measles outbreak is now a ‘top priority’ for health department

Health secretary earlier said outbreak was ‘not unusual’ but with first US measles death in decade steps up response

The Independent UK

Texas measles outbreak grows to nearly 150 cases as more patients are hospitalized

The majority of the 146 cases in Texas are infants, children, and teenagers

The Guardian - US

Measles outbreak: how contagious is it and what are the symptoms?

Infectious disease experts say the latest outbreak is still in its infancy and could get a lot worse – here’s what to know

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The Independent UK

Texas measles cases rises to 146 in an outbreak that led to a child's death

Texas health officials say the number of people with measles has increased to 146 in rural West Texas outbreak that led this week to the death of a school-aged child who was not vaccinated

The Conversation

Texas records first US measles death in 10 years – a medical epidemiologist explains how to protect yourself and your community from this deadly, preventable disease

On Feb. 26, 2025, Texas health officials announced the death of a child in a measles outbreak – the first measles death in the United States since 2015. The outbreak was first identified in early February in Gaines County, Texas, where just 82% of kindergartners are vaccinated against measles, compared…

The Texas Tribune

Texas leaders quiet amid the biggest measles outbreak in decades

Declining vaccination rates, decreasing trust in government and a political unwillingness to endorse vaccines is shaping Texas’ measles response.

The Guardian - US

Documents seized by FBI in Mar-a-Lago raid returned to Trump, White House says – as it happened

Classified papers seized in 2022 were returned, a spokesperson told favorable reporters picked by White House aboard Air Force One. This blog is now closed.

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HHS Supports Texas Measles Outbreak Response, Emphasizes Vaccination Importance

Learn about the recent measles outbreak in Texas, vaccination importance, and global risks. Stay informed to prevent measles spread.

AAP

Measles spreading locally as cases spark exposure alert

A list of 19 exposure sites has been released as health authorities warn two measles cases were likely acquired within the local community.

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Measles Outbreak Claims Life In West Texas

US Health Secretary's silence on measles vaccination amid deadly outbreak raises concerns. Health officials stress importance of vaccination for protection.

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